October 2025 Bank Holidays In India: Regional Closures For Festivals And Observances

October is filled with numerous festivals, leading to several bank holidays across India. According to the Reserve Bank of India's holiday calendar, banks will be closed for 21 days this month. However, these holidays are not uniform nationwide and vary by state. Therefore, it's crucial to verify whether banks in your area are open before planning a visit.

Banks in Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, and Shimla will remain closed on October 7, 2025. This closure is due to the celebration of Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti and Kumar Purnima. These regional holidays highlight the cultural diversity across different states.

Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti

Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti honours one of India's revered sages. Maharishi Valmiki is credited with composing the epic 'Ramayana'. He holds the title of Adi Kavi, being recognised as the first poet in Sanskrit literature. His contributions have left a lasting impact on Indian culture and literature.

Kumar Purnima

Sharad Purnima, also known as Kumar Purnima, is celebrated during the full moon of Ashwin. This festival symbolises prosperity and good health. It is one of the many festivals observed in October that bring communities together in celebration.

The list of upcoming festivals includes Lakshmi Puja, Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti, and Karwa Chauth. Each festival has its own significance and traditions that are cherished by people across different regions.

The observance of these holidays reflects India's rich cultural tapestry. Each region celebrates its unique traditions while honouring historical figures like Maharishi Valmiki. As October progresses with various festivities and observances across states, it remains essential to stay informed about local bank closures to avoid inconvenience.

October 2025 Holiday Calendar in India

• Oct 1, Wednesday - Bank Holiday observed in Agartala, Aizawl, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Gangtok, Guwahati, Itanagar, Jaipur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, Patna, Ranchi, Shillong, Shimla, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram, Vijayawada.
• Oct 2, Thursday - Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti / Dasara / Vijaya Dashami / Dussehra / Durga Puja (Dasain) / Janmotsav of Sri Sri Sankardeva - Nationwide.
• Oct 3, Friday - Durga Puja (Dasain) in Gangtok.
• Oct 4, Saturday - Durga Puja (Dasain) in Gangtok.
• Oct 5, Sunday - Weekly off - Nationwide.
• Oct 6, Monday - Lakshmi Puja in Agartala, Kolkata.
• Oct 7, Tuesday - Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti / Kumar Purnima in Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Shimla.
• Oct 10, Friday - Karva Chauth in Shimla.
• Oct 11, Saturday - Weekly off (Second Saturday) - Nationwide.
• Oct 12, Sunday - Weekly off - Nationwide.
• Oct 18, Saturday - Kati Bihu (Fourth Saturday) in Guwahati.
• Oct 19, Sunday - Weekly off - Nationwide.
• Oct 20, Monday - Diwali (Deepavali) / Naraka Chaturdashi / Kali Puja in Agartala, Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Dehradun, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Itanagar, Jaipur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, New Delhi, Panaji, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Shimla, Thiruvananthapuram, Vijayawada.
• Oct 21, Tuesday - Diwali Amavasya (Laxmi Pujan) / Deepawali / Govardhan Puja in Belapur, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Gangtok, Imphal, Jammu, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Srinagar.
• Oct 22, Wednesday - Diwali (Bali Pratipada) / Vikram Samvant New Year Day / Govardhan Puja / Balipadyami / Laxmi Puja (Deepawali) in Ahmedabad, Belapur, Bengaluru, Gangtok, Jaipur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna.
• Oct 23, Thursday - Bhai Bij / Bhaidooj / Chitragupt Jayanti / Laxmi Puja (Deepawali) / Bhratridwitiya / Ningol Chakkouba in Ahmedabad, Gangtok, Imphal, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Shimla.
• Oct 25, Saturday - Weekly off (Fourth Saturday) - Nationwide.
• Oct 26, Sunday - Weekly off - Nationwide.
• Oct 27, Monday - Chhath Puja (Evening Puja) in Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi.
• Oct 28, Tuesday - Chhath Puja (Morning Puja) in Patna, Ranchi.
• Oct 31, Friday - Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's Birthday in Ahmedabad.